Daily Press Briefing by the Office of the Spokesperson for the Secretary-General

UN agencies that assist with solid‑waste management in Gaza have reported that just fifty percent of their vehicle fleet remains functional. The shortfall is directly linked to persistent restrictions imposed by Israeli authorities on the entry of materials needed to keep the trucks running.

Because the operational fleet is reduced, only a portion of the community’s trash can be collected, which raises public‑health concerns. Limited waste removal hampers sanitation efforts and increases the risk of health problems for residents.